The LPP program builds on Northeastern’s reputation for experiential education and real-world problem solving. Students gain an understanding of how laws and public policy are created, modified and evaluated at all levels of government. Through the LPP program you will examine a full-range of strategies for creating policy change, including legislation, litigation, the ballot box and civil action.

Alumni Spotlight: Erin Bridge, Masters of Law and Public Policy, 2011Analyst, Office of Data and Accountability for Boston Public Schools

"During my two years in Northeastern’s LPP program I never met a professor who was not willing to go the extra mile for their students. I cannot say enough about the support, guidance, and help the LPP faculty gave to me and my peers. I encourage future students to get to know their professors, talk with them about their research, offer to help them in their research, and be open about their thoughts on the programs, classes, and areas of study."

Information Sessions

Join us for an upcoming information session to learn more about our programs and hear directly from administrators, faculty and current students.

The School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs is a proud member of the PPIA Program. Alumni of the PPIA Junior Summer Institute who are admitted to the School are entitled to a $5,000 scholarship.

Faculty and visiting scholars at the Northeastern University School of Public Policy & Urban Affairs collaborate with researchers throughout the university and the world. View our researcher's profiles to learn about their specializations, publications, and biographies.